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Song of Redemption Chronicles of the Kings #2 Volume 2 Lynn Austin Books

I liked this second book in Lynn Austin's Chronicles of the Kings series very much. Lynn Austin writes a strong narrative on Old Testament figures in the tradition of Anita Diamant's The Red Tent. Other reviewers have noted Austin's use of 21st century language to convey the fictionalized account of Judah's King Hezekiah, who ruled from 716 to 687 BC. On one or two occasions, the contemporary language was a bit much for me; the rest of the time it rang true. Song of Redemption includes the Hebrew Scriptures of 2 Kings 17 and 18, 2 Chronicles 29 and 32, Deuteronomy 17, 2 Samuel 5, and the prophecies of Isaiah and Micah.

The book conveys belief, unbelief, misbelief, and confused belief in God with great skill. It also conveys those degrees of belief in many gods. And idolatry is not confined to multiple gods but is found in those who believe in the One God. In this, the book is a prequel, if you will, of today.

How does God (if there is a God, some say) act (if God does act, some say) in the world? Song of Redemption explores this in King Hezekiah's efforts to defend his kingdom and his people against the Assyrians. Disciplined and well organized killers, they were, as the book portrays them. I looked up Assyria on wikipedia for a look at what basic historians say about them. [...]
In our day, our knowledge of growing discoveries of science causes us to review our beliefs from new vantage points. Scripture is not science or history but an account of deep beliefs and values, the word of God in human words, I believe. A sacred account of God's action in our world.

Lynn Austin is masterful in the metaphor she's found in this book to describe this journey that many of us take to seek and hopefully find God in our lives and in our world. I won't spoil, but just hint: engineering is a lot more than bridges and highways.

Read these books in order.


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Song of Redemption Chronicles of the Kings #2 Volume 2 Lynn Austin Books Reviews

The first book in this series was more captivating, but this one is still very good. Both books have wonderful insight into the Bible passages covered. History is made by real people who made the same kind of decisions in the past as they make today, and what these books do is help us to understand the personal aspect of these stories. Hezekiah prepares for the dreaded Assyrian invasion, while the Assyrians attack and drive out the inhabitants of Israel. Refugees flood Jerusalem with horror stories of their atrocities, and the city fills with fear.

These are true stories, as the Assyrian hoard was completely without mercy, and delighted in torture and death. These depictions are frank and not overly graphic, but there is no way to sugar-coat genocide. Caution is advised!

Hezekiah's wife loves him, but is tempted by her childhood gods, particularly Ashereth, and she is having trouble conceiving an heir, she begins to pray to the goddess. Hezekiah is ignorant of her idolatry, and is trying to stamp out all idolatry from the nation. Child sacrifice is still secretly being carried out at times.

Hezekiah wants to be right with God, and he wants to love God and trust him like David, his ancestor, but he struggles with the atmosphere of fear in the city, as well as with his pagan upbringing. Since the situation in the city is hopeless, Hezekiah must learn to cast himself and his people on the protection of God. I see many similarities in today's political climate.

I've enjoyed these books so far, and look forward to reading the rest of the series!
From the depths of grief, horror, pain and loss to the heights of sacrificial love and miraculous victories Lynn Austin weaves a biblical story that will impact the reader’s emotions, evoking laughter, shock, revulsion, tears, depression, gratitude, and profound love! Faith in Yahweh changes all the outcomes from hopelessness to magnificent transformations! True account that centers on the early reign of King Hezekiah of Judah. I loved it!
Oh my goodness. This series it so good. Lynn Austin is seriously one of the best christian authors out there. I can be very picky with books... but this one... it definitely hits the spot. There is just enough adventure, mystery, faith and romance to satisfy all readers. Most importantly, however, the author takes a great biblical story and sticks to the word which creating a whole world full of unique characters and experiences that are appropriate and believable for the time. The author also really builds on the characters and story... You can tell she did her research. Also... It definitely never has a dull moment. I'd pay for this series all over again. I have loaned the book out to any friend that would just take the minute to read the first chapter.... You won't put it down after that.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and it had quite a bit of suspense in it. The story was hard to read but so very true even to what we are seeing in the Middle East today. It had a great deal of sorrow but also so much joy. I will read anything Lynn Austin writes.
I always loved King Hezekiah but now even more!! He stood for what was right and he STOOD no matter what his "advisers" told him. Against all odds he STOOD for our Lord. Excellent read.
...with all your heart and lean not upon your own understanding. But can King Hezekiah do this as the Assyrian army invades Israel and threatens Judah? Will the refugees from the northern kingdom find safety and happiness in Judah? The reader will have to either read Song of Redemption or the Old Testament books of Kings, Chronicles, and Isaiah to find the answers. This reviewer bit her nails to nubs with the suspense in spite of having read this book before and having studied Biblical history. Absolutely five stars!
I liked this second book in Lynn Austin's Chronicles of the Kings series very much. Lynn Austin writes a strong narrative on Old Testament figures in the tradition of Anita Diamant's The Red Tent. Other reviewers have noted Austin's use of 21st century language to convey the fictionalized account of Judah's King Hezekiah, who ruled from 716 to 687 BC. On one or two occasions, the contemporary language was a bit much for me; the rest of the time it rang true. Song of Redemption includes the Hebrew Scriptures of 2 Kings 17 and 18, 2 Chronicles 29 and 32, Deuteronomy 17, 2 Samuel 5, and the prophecies of Isaiah and Micah.

The book conveys belief, unbelief, misbelief, and confused belief in God with great skill. It also conveys those degrees of belief in many gods. And idolatry is not confined to multiple gods but is found in those who believe in the One God. In this, the book is a prequel, if you will, of today.

How does God (if there is a God, some say) act (if God does act, some say) in the world? Song of Redemption explores this in King Hezekiah's efforts to defend his kingdom and his people against the Assyrians. Disciplined and well organized killers, they were, as the book portrays them. I looked up Assyria on wikipedia for a look at what basic historians say about them. [...]
In our day, our knowledge of growing discoveries of science causes us to review our beliefs from new vantage points. Scripture is not science or history but an account of deep beliefs and values, the word of God in human words, I believe. A sacred account of God's action in our world.

Lynn Austin is masterful in the metaphor she's found in this book to describe this journey that many of us take to seek and hopefully find God in our lives and in our world. I won't spoil, but just hint engineering is a lot more than bridges and highways.

Read these books in order.